Travelling from Kuala Lumpur to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): What you need to know
Cape Town International Airport is located in Cape Town. The city runs on the UTC+2 timezone and is six hours behind Kuala Lumpur.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Kuala Lumpur to CPT.
Popular months like August or other peak periods mean longer lines and possible delays. Stick to your schedule by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to CPT. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU)
KUL is around 56 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel near Kuala Lumpur International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Cape Town International Airport, these accommodation options will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
59% of flights taking off from Kuala Lumpur International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Kuala Lumpur to SZB in around 45 minutes. The airport is roughly 19 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 30 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your Kuala Lumpur to CPT flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport:
Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport has an on-time performance rate of 72%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights that leave from this airport land on time.
About Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Consider staying in a hotel close to CPT if you have a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Cape Town International Airport. Choose one of these options and end the night sooner:
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Kuala Lumpur to Cape Town International Airport flight.
Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
From Cape Town International Airport, central Cape Town is around 19 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
R 7,408 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Cape Town International Airport. Return flights start from R 14,172. These prices may change depending on demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to CPT if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
Cheap Kuala Lumpur to Cape Town International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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Find an affordable flight from Kuala Lumpur to Cape Town International Airport by using the search filters. Select your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
January is the most popular month for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Cape Town International Airport (CPT). Plan your visit to Cape Town in December if you prefer a quieter experience.
When booking your Kuala Lumpur to CPT plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. February is the warmest month in Cape Town, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Cape Town International Airport in July when temperatures are between 6ºC (43ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF).
More about Cape Town
Start your Cape Town trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Cape Town International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Table Mountain, The Rock and Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Cape Town itinerary.
Explore more of South Africa
Saldanha is just one of the many cities in South Africa waiting to be explored after you've seen Cape Town. Around 121 kilometres away to the northwest, top sights here include North Head Lighthouse, Hoedjieskop Museum and Pietskiet Museum.
Have time for another stop? Set out for Ceres. It's about 97 kilometres northeast of Cape Town and features highlights including Ceres Mountain Fynbos Nature Reserve and Togryers Museum.
